Building with 3D Shapes
Students use various 3D blocks to build structures and identify the shapes used.
Key Questions
- Design a stable structure using a combination of 3D shapes.
- Analyze why certain 3D shapes are more suitable for building than others.
- Compare the properties of a cube and a cylinder in terms of their building potential.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
Suggested Methodologies
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